New to the Twitter world! I’m Tim, a first year PhD student in the Higher Ed & Organizational Change program here at UCLA. My interests are in examining higher ed governance models, organizational culture, and higher ed policy in important and race-conscious ways.

Here’s to 28! Grateful for another year! 🎂

Looking forward to moderating this exciting panel today with these talented & rising scholars! If you are interested in joining, you can click the link below! https://t.co/yx4tFudKSQ #dswcollective

From scholars advancing to doctoral candidacy — to completing their dissertations — to beginning their first semester of their program, this space continues to be special. If you are interested in joining us, you can sign up below! #dswcollective https://t.co/De5t3CArg7

Last night I also had the honor of being awarded as a scholarship recipient for my service & community work at the 50th Anniversary Gala for the National Black MBA Association, LA chapter. #dancingtothephd #phdjourney

Yesterday I had the pleasure of being honored as a Student Featured Member of the Eudaimonia Society at UCLA for my service & leadership! #servantleadership #phdjourney

Starting year 4 of the PhD Program! Getting closer to the finish line. Let's get it!! 🕺🏾 #phdcandidate #phdjourney #dancingtothephd

Today was my first official session as a CUP Fellow, and it was powerful! Excited to continue connecting with other dynamic and civically engaged leaders across various industries as we continue to be change we want to see! #cupsla #phdjourney

Seven years ago today, I founded my first organization, Rising Black Men. Picture #1 is our first meeting on September 17, 2017. Picture #2 second is from September 10, 2024. Seeing it continuing to be a space for support and love is simply amazing.

After a two week break, the Doctoral Student Writing Collective started again this Tuesday, & will be going T/R the rest of the year! If you are interested in joining the community, sign up here: https://t.co/lughtqjDo9

Today I successfully passed my dissertation proposal, officially making me a PhD Candidate!! ABD!! Getting closer to the finish line 🕺🏾🎉🎉 #dancingtothephd #ucla

Here’s to three years in LA 🌴☀️ #dancingtothephd

The Doctoral Student Writing Collective continues to grow!! This summer we’ve had the opportunity to host our weekly Monday writing sessions & have doctors join us to share their journey! Fall sessions start September 10th! Fall 2024 Form Interest: https://t.co/7cTWoZZ9eU #dswc

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Looking forward to moderating this upcoming panel discussion! You can register here: https://t.co/5kOotwBXj9 #cbce24 #phdjourney #dancingtothephd

Believe in yourself & go for it! You never know where it could go ✌🏾❤️ #dancingtothephd #LosAngeles #detroit #foryoupagereels

Recently I had the opportunity to compete on my fifth gameshow in Jeopardy! While I didn't "win" as I had in some of the other shows, I briefly spoke about the importance of spreading joy in the midst of difficulty and challenges, which I visually showcase with #dancingtothephd.

My brother!!! ✊🏾

Honored to be joining the 2024 Council of Urban Professionals (CUP) Los Angeles Fellows cohort! I’m looking forward to connecting and building with other emerging and civically engaged leaders within the Los Angeles community!! #phdlife #community

Tim Herd from #LosAngeles is on @Jeopardy! Cheer him on tonight at 7:00 pm on @abc7 #Jeopardy

The cat is out the bag and I can finally announce that ya boy was on Jeopardy!!! Looking forward to this episode dropping next week!! #jeopardy #dancingtothephd #phdlife